How to Cancel Xbox Game Pass (All Tiers)
Xbox Game Pass can be cancelled through your Microsoft account, Xbox console, or the Xbox app. The process is the same whether you have Core, Standard, or Ultimate.
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Xbox Game Pass Cancellation Summary
Cancel Online
Yes
Main Cancel methods
Website
Xbox Console
Xbox App
Time to Cancel
2-3 mins
Through Microsoft account
Where to Cancel
Microsoft Account Subscriptions
Or Xbox settings
Xbox Game Pass is managed through your Microsoft account. You can cancel from xbox.com, your Xbox console, or the Xbox app on PC or mobile. The subscription continues until your current billing period ends.
Time for a subscription cleanout?
Search or upload a statement. Cancel everything you don't need in minutes.
Time for a subscription cleanout?
Search or upload a statement. Cancel everything you don't need in minutes.
Time for a subscription cleanout?
Search or upload a statement. Cancel everything you don't need in minutes.
Cancel Xbox Game Pass Step by Step
Here's how to cancel your Xbox Game Pass subscription through the web.
Cancel Xbox Game Pass Step by Step
Here's how to cancel your Xbox Game Pass subscription through the web.
Cancel Xbox Game Pass Step by Step
Here's how to cancel your Xbox Game Pass subscription through the web.
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Go to your Microsoft account
Visit account.microsoft.com and sign in with the Microsoft account linked to your Xbox Game Pass subscription.
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Navigate to Services & subscriptions
Click on Services & subscriptions in the menu. This shows all your active Microsoft subscriptions including Game Pass.
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Find Xbox Game Pass
Locate your Xbox Game Pass subscription (Core, Standard, or Ultimate) and click Manage next to it.
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Select Cancel subscription
Click Cancel or Turn off recurring billing. Microsoft may show what you'll lose and offer alternatives.
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Confirm cancellation
Follow the prompts to confirm. You'll keep Game Pass access until your current billing period ends, then it stops.
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Use our tool to bulk cancel everything else you don't need.
Xbox Game Pass-specific things to know
Important details when cancelling Game Pass.
Xbox Game Pass-specific things to know
Important details when cancelling Game Pass.
Xbox Game Pass-specific things to know
Important details when cancelling Game Pass.
Games become unplayable
Game Pass games you've downloaded will become unplayable after cancellation. Games you purchased separately still work.
Save data is preserved
Xbox Live Gold perks vary by tier
Games become unplayable
Game Pass games you've downloaded will become unplayable after cancellation. Games you purchased separately still work.
Save data is preserved
Xbox Live Gold perks vary by tier
Games become unplayable
Game Pass games you've downloaded will become unplayable after cancellation. Games you purchased separately still work.
Save data is preserved
Xbox Live Gold perks vary by tier
Before you cancel, keep this in mind
Consider these factors before ending your Game Pass subscription.
Before you cancel, keep this in mind
Consider these factors before ending your Game Pass subscription.
Before you cancel, keep this in mind
Consider these factors before ending your Game Pass subscription.
1. Downloaded games won't work
Any Game Pass games you've downloaded will stop working after cancellation. Only games you purchased separately remain playable.
2. Online multiplayer may be affected
3. Save data stays in the cloud
1. Downloaded games won't work
Any Game Pass games you've downloaded will stop working after cancellation. Only games you purchased separately remain playable.
2. Online multiplayer may be affected
3. Save data stays in the cloud
1. Downloaded games won't work
Any Game Pass games you've downloaded will stop working after cancellation. Only games you purchased separately remain playable.
2. Online multiplayer may be affected
3. Save data stays in the cloud
Alternative ways to cancel Xbox Game Pass
You can cancel Game Pass from multiple places depending on your device.
Alternative ways to cancel Xbox Game Pass
You can cancel Game Pass from multiple places depending on your device.
Alternative ways to cancel Xbox Game Pass
You can cancel Game Pass from multiple places depending on your device.
Website
Cancel Xbox Game Pass through your Microsoft account at account.microsoft.com.
Go to account.microsoft.com → Services & subscriptions → Find Xbox Game Pass → Manage → Cancel
Website
Cancel Xbox Game Pass through your Microsoft account at account.microsoft.com.
Go to account.microsoft.com → Services & subscriptions → Find Xbox Game Pass → Manage → Cancel
Phone Cancel
Call Xbox Support to get help cancelling your Game Pass subscription.
1-800-469-9269
Phone Cancel
Call Xbox Support to get help cancelling your Game Pass subscription.
1-800-469-9269
Live Chat Cancel
Microsoft Support offers chat assistance for subscription issues.
Go to support.xbox.com
Select Subscriptions
Choose Contact Us or Chat
Request cancellation help
Live Chat Cancel
Microsoft Support offers chat assistance for subscription issues.
Go to support.xbox.com
Select Subscriptions
Choose Contact Us or Chat
Request cancellation help
Website
Cancel Xbox Game Pass through your Microsoft account at account.microsoft.com.
Go to account.microsoft.com → Services & subscriptions → Find Xbox Game Pass → Manage → Cancel
Live Chat Cancel
Microsoft Support offers chat assistance for subscription issues.
Go to support.xbox.com
Select Subscriptions
Choose Contact Us or Chat
Request cancellation help
Phone Cancel
Call Xbox Support to get help cancelling your Game Pass subscription.
1-800-469-9269
Alternatives to cancelling your subscription
If you want to keep some Game Pass benefits at a lower cost, consider switching tiers.
Alternatives to cancelling your subscription
If you want to keep some Game Pass benefits at a lower cost, consider switching tiers.
Alternatives to cancelling your subscription
If you want to keep some Game Pass benefits at a lower cost, consider switching tiers.
Switch to a different Game Pass tier
Xbox Game Pass has multiple tiers. You might find one that better fits your usage and budget.
Xbox Game Pass tiers:
Core — $9.99/month (online multiplayer, limited game selection)
Standard — $14.99/month (console games library)
PC Game Pass — $11.99/month (PC games only)
Ultimate — $19.99/month (console + PC + cloud + EA Play)
Switch to a different Game Pass tier
Xbox Game Pass has multiple tiers. You might find one that better fits your usage and budget.
Xbox Game Pass tiers:
Core — $9.99/month (online multiplayer, limited game selection)
Standard — $14.99/month (console games library)
PC Game Pass — $11.99/month (PC games only)
Ultimate — $19.99/month (console + PC + cloud + EA Play)
Switch to a different Game Pass tier
Xbox Game Pass has multiple tiers. You might find one that better fits your usage and budget.
Xbox Game Pass tiers:
Core — $9.99/month (online multiplayer, limited game selection)
Standard — $14.99/month (console games library)
PC Game Pass — $11.99/month (PC games only)
Ultimate — $19.99/month (console + PC + cloud + EA Play)
Want to cancel more than just Xbox Game Pass?
Our complete guide walks you through cutting unused subscriptions.
Want to cancel more than just Xbox Game Pass?
Our complete guide walks you through cutting unused subscriptions.
Want to cancel more than just Xbox Game Pass?
Our complete guide walks you through cutting unused subscriptions.
Xbox Game Pass Cancellation FAQ
Common questions about cancelling Xbox Game Pass.
Xbox Game Pass Cancellation FAQ
Common questions about cancelling Xbox Game Pass.
Xbox Game Pass Cancellation FAQ
Common questions about cancelling Xbox Game Pass.
Do I lose my games if I cancel Game Pass?
Do I lose my games if I cancel Game Pass?
Do I lose my games if I cancel Game Pass?
Will I lose my save files?
Will I lose my save files?
Will I lose my save files?
Can I cancel from my Xbox console?
Can I cancel from my Xbox console?
Can I cancel from my Xbox console?
What's the difference between cancelling tiers?
What's the difference between cancelling tiers?
What's the difference between cancelling tiers?
Can I still play online after cancelling?
Can I still play online after cancelling?
Can I still play online after cancelling?
Will I get a refund?
Will I get a refund?
Will I get a refund?
Can I resubscribe later?
Can I resubscribe later?
Can I resubscribe later?
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About Xbox Game Pass
Xbox Game Pass is Microsoft's gaming subscription offering access to hundreds of games on Xbox consoles, PC, and cloud streaming.
Why people cancel Xbox Game Pass
Not playing enough games to justify cost
Favorite games left the catalog
Price increased for Ultimate tier
Prefer buying games to own
Seasonal gaming — cancel during breaks
Why people cancel Xbox Game Pass
Not playing enough games to justify cost
Favorite games left the catalog
Price increased for Ultimate tier
Prefer buying games to own
Seasonal gaming — cancel during breaks
Why people cancel Xbox Game Pass
Not playing enough games to justify cost
Favorite games left the catalog
Price increased for Ultimate tier
Prefer buying games to own
Seasonal gaming — cancel during breaks
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